Make connections to prevent or solve issues and problems. Connections can also help create something new. Getting the perspective of another person can help you define your own. Businesses are realizing how connectional intelligence can improve their workforce relationships while setting and reaching goals. Connections with media and technology can also be improved. This type of intelligence can benefit individuals to improve their relationships with family, friends, neighbors, and other groups.
Make better connections through conversations, face-to-face, over the phone or on the computer. Listen as much or more than your speak. Discover what you have in common and what the other person likes to talk about. Ask questions.
Make better connections by writing letters (yes, people still do that) sending emails, texts or through social media. Tell about your everyday life. Let them know you are interested in them. Ask questions. Take your time. Texting is usually brief but better than nothing. Often details are omitted. Even if you don't get a timely response, keep writing. Respond to communication sent to you.
The younger generation thinks they know about communicating and they may know more about technology. They may know about face-t-face conversations with friends and their peer group, but they may need practice in talking to those of different generations especially their parents, grandparents, and other family members. They will also need to develop business skills going out into the workforce. As a parent or grandparent, remember to listen as much or more than you speak. Honor other opinions; don't expect your children to always agree with you. Show them how to think. Be a good example.
Develop your Connectional Intelligence.
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